Certificate III in Horticulture
AHC30722
- 1 year
Learning Sphere in NSW offers Certificate III in Horticulture (AHC30722), a nationally recognised AQF Level 3 qualification. The program runs for 1 year.
Learning Sphere
Tier 2Private RTO · NSW
4.7· 20 reviews
Domestic fee · Full qualification
- Duration
- 1 year
- ATAR requirement
- No ATAR — entry by application
Entry requirements and how you'll study
Learning Sphere offers Certificate III in Horticulture. It runs for 1 year in NSW.
The price on this page is what Learning Sphere has published for Certificate III in Horticulture. It may be a local fee, an overseas fee, or a funded amount. Books, exams, and a funded place can cost more, so ask what you would pay.
Entry requirements
Learning Sphere has not listed entry rules for Certificate III in Horticulture. Ask them about past study, English, and any interview before you apply.
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What you'll learn
The study plan includes Transport and store chemicals, Prepare and apply chemicals to control pest, weeds and diseases, Operate pressurised irrigation systems, Operate machinery and equipment, Identify and select plants, and Perform specialist amenity pruning. Open a unit to see what it covers.
Career outcome
Occupation this qualification leads to
- Gardener (General)OSCA 342131
Subjects & units of competency
11 core units · 34 electives available
Each unit is nationally recognised. Open a unit to see what it covers and which other qualifications include it.
Core units
· All core units must be completed- AHCCHM304
Transport and store chemicals
CORE - AHCCHM307
Prepare and apply chemicals to control pest, weeds and diseases
CORE - AHCIRG346
Operate pressurised irrigation systems
CORE - AHCMOM304
Operate machinery and equipment
CORE - AHCPCM308
Identify and select plants
CORE - AHCPGD309
Perform specialist amenity pruning
CORE - AHCPMG301
Control weeds
CORE - AHCPMG302
Control plant pests, diseases and disorders
CORE - AHCSOL304
Implement soil improvements for garden and turf areas
CORE - AHCWHS302
Contribute to workplace health and safety processes
CORE - AHCWRK320
Apply environmentally sustainable work practices
CORE
Group Electives
· select units from this group to complete the qualification- AHCARB314
Implement a tree maintenance program
ELECTIVE - AHCARB316
Perform pruning operations
ELECTIVE - AHCBIO303
Apply biosecurity measures
ELECTIVE - AHCDRG305
Install drainage systems
ELECTIVE - AHCHYD301
Implement a maintenance program for hydroponic systems
ELECTIVE - AHCHYD303
Implement a maintenance program for hydroponic systems
ELECTIVE - AHCIRG337
Measure irrigation delivery system performance
ELECTIVE - AHCIRG338
Troubleshoot irrigation systems
ELECTIVE - AHCLSC316
Implement a paving project
ELECTIVE - AHCMOM203
Operate basic machinery and equipment
ELECTIVE - AHCNSY308
Maintain nursery plants
ELECTIVE - AHCNSY310
Install and maintain plant displays
ELECTIVE - AHCNSY312
Prepare specialised plants
ELECTIVE - AHCNSY313
Implement a propagation plan
ELECTIVE - AHCPCM204
Recognise plants
ELECTIVE - AHCPCM303
Identify plant specimens
ELECTIVE - AHCPCM305
Implement a plant nutrition program
ELECTIVE - AHCPCM306
Provide information on plants and their culture
ELECTIVE - AHCPCM307
Report on health and condition of trees
ELECTIVE - AHCPGD307
Implement a plant establishment program
ELECTIVE - AHCPGD308
Plan and maintain plant displays
ELECTIVE - AHCPGD310
Implement a landscape maintenance program
ELECTIVE - AHCSOL305
Prepare growing media
ELECTIVE - AHCTRF306
Prepare sports turf surfaces for play
ELECTIVE - AHCTRF308
Establish turf
ELECTIVE - AHCTRF309
Implement a grassed area maintenance program
ELECTIVE - AHCWAT303
Access, extract and monitor water for irrigation
ELECTIVE - AHCWRK317
Coordinate work site activities
ELECTIVE - AHCWRK321
Provide on-job training support
ELECTIVE - AHCWRK322
Conduct site inspections
ELECTIVE - PUASES008
Undertake storm and water damage operations
ELECTIVE - TLILIC2014
Licence to drive a light rigid vehicle
ELECTIVE - TLILIC2015
Licence to drive a medium rigid vehicle
ELECTIVE - TLILIC2016
Licence to drive a heavy rigid vehicle
ELECTIVE
